From Traditional Botanical Illustration to Contemporary Botanical Art
17th, 24th, 31st October and 7th November
Have you ever admired botanical art and thought, “I’d love to try, but I’m not sure I could”? This course is designed exactly for you.
10 AM to 4 PM
Together we will:
- Learn how to observe plants carefully and capture the beauty of flowers and leaves through accurate drawing.
- Explore the secrets of composition and understand the difference between Traditional Botanical Illustration and Contemporary Botanical Art.
- Discover the joy of watercolor: mixing colors, learning brush techniques, and bringing botanical subjects to life.
Each week, you’ll receive personal homework tailored to your level and individual feedback in the next session, so you can grow at your own pace without pressure. To make the process easier and more enjoyable, Oleksandra will share her unique Botanical Art teaching diagrams, created to simplify learning and clarify the artistic process.
This course is perfect for beginners, as well as anyone with some art experience who would like to explore the beauty of botanical art in a supportive and inspiring environment.
Come enjoy four creative weeks and take home not only new skills but also artworks you’ll be proud of.
This workshop will include a lunch break. Please bring your own packed lunch and materials. Materials list will be sent when course is purchased.
This workshop is partially funded by the Hugo Burge Foundation. If you'd like to attend but find cost to be a barrier, please contact emma@hugoburgefoundation.org.
About the tutor
Oleksandra Novatska is a professional artist with a deep passion for contemporary botanical art. With over seventeen years of formal art education, spanning art school, college, and the Academy, she has built a strong foundation in both traditional and modern approaches to drawing and painting.
Oleksandra has led numerous botanical art workshops, both in person and online, including during the COVID-19 pandemic, where she supported students in developing their skills. Alongside teaching, she creates botanical illustrations and paintings for private commissions and exhibits her work locally and internationally.
Her teaching style is supportive and inspiring, helping students of all levels gain confidence while discovering the beauty of botanical accuracy and artistic expression.